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to prod
01
estimular, animar
to stimulate or encourage someone to take action
Ejemplos
The coach tried to prod the team into giving their best effort during the intense match.
El entrenador intentó estimular al equipo para que dieran su mejor esfuerzo durante el partido intenso.
The persistent parent continued to prod their child to finish their homework before bedtime.
El padre persistente continuó animando a su hijo a terminar su tarea antes de acostarse.
02
empujar, estimular
to jab or poke a person or thing with a finger, stick, or other pointed object to get their attention or make them do something
Ejemplos
She had to prod her sleepy friend repeatedly to wake him up in time for the meeting.
Ella tuvo que empujar repetidamente a su amigo somnoliento para despertarlo a tiempo para la reunión.
The farmer used a stick to prod the stubborn cow into the barn.
El granjero usó un palo para empujar a la vaca testaruda hacia el granero.
Prod
01
a sharp implement used for poking or urging
Ejemplos
The farmer carried a prod to move the livestock.
The zookeeper used a prod to direct the animals safely.
02
a prompt or encouragement to act
Ejemplos
Her question was a gentle prod to get him thinking.
He needed a prod to complete his homework on time.
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